CHILE CHEESE EGG CASSEROLE

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This is a recipe from Nick Jonas. It was published in Parade. I have halved the recipe for my family, but it can easily be doubled for a nice brunch.

Provided by Chris Reynolds

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup butter
6 eggs
1/4 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 (8 ounce) can diced green chilies
2 cups cottage cheese
1/4 cup mascarpone or 1/4 cup cream cheese
1/2 lb shredded monterey jack cheese
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F
  • Place butter in a 8"x8" baking pan. Place pan in oven until butter is melted. Pour half the butter into a small bowl and set aside.
  • Beat eggs lightly in a large bowl. Stir in flour, baking powder, chiles, all cheeses, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  • Pour egg mixture into pan. Pour reserved butter evenly over the top.
  • Bake for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350F and bake 35 to 40 minutes or until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.8, Fat 27, SaturatedFat 14.9, Cholesterol 252, Sodium 1074.2, Carbohydrate 9, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 3.5, Protein 24.3

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